Below is a directory of the posts that I have written sorted by class and listed alphabetically. I will update this list as I add posts to the blog. Feel free to post comments here with any general questions or comments not related to my other posts.
Technologies
Buckyballs-Carbon lattice balls with many uses, including drug delivery
Dendimers-Branched carbon polymers with a variety of uses in biotechnology
Lab-On-A-Chip-Small chip allowing for mizing and processing of materials through nano-sized channels
Laser Nanomachining-An ultrafast laser capable of serving as a nanoscale mill
Microneedles-Microsized needles capable of injecting drugs through patches
Molecular Memory-A memory based on bistable molecules connected by nanoscale wires
Nanogenerator-A nanosized generator harnessing energy from ultrasonic waves
Nanolithography-A method for "writing" molecules onto a template in an organized fashion
Nanonerves-Light induced electrical signaling used in nerve stimulation
Nanorust-Nanoscale rust particles used with magnetic force to purify water
Nanoshells-Gold particles used for nanoscale detection whose optical properties are based on size
Nanotubes-Tubes of carbon lattices with amazing strength, flexibility, stability, and conductivity
Protein Scaffolds-Self assembling scaffolds used to repair damaged tissue
Quantum Computing-Quantum mechanical computers capable of parallel processing
Companies
Arrowhead Research-An umbrella company with subsidiaries harnessing nanotechnology
Illumina-An innovator in genetic analysis systems for use in personalized medicine
Nanoident-Utilizes nano-printing techniques to print diagnostic chips and biometric sensor assays
Nanophase-Provides nanocrystalline powders for a variet of applications
Nanosolar-Uses innovative system of printing thin film solar cells for cheaper and more efficient solar power
Nanospectra-Uses nanoshells for imaging, targeting, and ablation of cancerous tumors
Nanosphere-Uses gold nanoprobes to detect proteins, DNA, and toxic substances
Nanosys-Builds and develops nanosolutions for high technology companies
Oxonica-Nano-based company with subsidiaries in energy, healthcare, materials, and security
PowerMetal Technologies-Uses coat of nano-size metal grains to strengthen sports equipment
Starpharma-A leader in dendrimer incorporation into drugs including a gel for STD prevention
News
4.23.2007-Russia pledges $1B to nanotech research
2.06.2007-UN calls for tighter nanoparticle regulations
About Me
- W Raasch
- I am currently a graduate student at the Keck Graduate Institute for business and biotechnology. In addition to studying advances in nanotechnology, I am networking as much as possible and enjoying learning the many intricacies that go into running a modern day biotechnology company. If you have an idea, question, comment, or simply wish to network, do not hesitate to shoot me an email.
2 comments:
What is your feeling about what the United Nations is calling for on the nanoparticle regulations?
I believe that the emergence of nanoscience necessitates change in current chemical regulations, but I do not think that an entirely new nanopartical regulatory system is needed. There is currently a mystique around nanoscience that labels it as new and distinct science. However, in reality, nanoscience is simply a smaller way of looking at thing and applies to all industries and sciences. There are certain loop holes in current regulations that need to be filled as a result of some of the phenomena found in nanoscience. Ahson Wardak writes an interesting article on the matter http://www.ianano.org/Nanotech-Regulation.pdf
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